6:53 pm - April 7, 2026Dreame Technology shifts from robot vacuums to a comprehensive AI-powered smart home ecosystem in the UAE, signalling a broader regional push amid booming demand for connected, energy-efficient appliances. Dreame Technology is really expanding its presence in the United Arab Emirates, shifting gears from just being a specialist robot vacuums maker…
South Korea’s Chaevi Company Ltd secures a $5.5 million deal to supply 1,000 EV charging units to Dubai, signalling a competitive surge in the Gulf region’s expanding EV ecosystem and broader Middle Eastern market growth ahead of 2030. South Korea’s top electric vehicle charger manufacturer has made a move into…
As demand for data centres in the UAE explodes driven by AI investments, policy reforms are crucial to unlock renewable energy growth and maintain sustainable digital expansion. Data centres in the UAE are set for rapid growth, but there are some concerns about how the country’s energy procurement rules might…
The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy introduces a comprehensive policy framework to promote rooftop solar and battery storage, aiming to enhance decentralised energy generation, reduce emissions, and increase system resilience by 2026. The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) has introduced a new policy framework aimed at speeding up the…
The UAE demonstrates its commitment to practical climate action at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026, emphasising interconnected systems and international partnerships to accelerate tangible results in clean energy and sustainability projects. On Tuesday, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan attended the opening of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week…
Dubai has officially launched its first fully autonomous ride-hailing service outside China, marking a significant milestone in the city’s smart mobility ambitions and Baidu’s global expansion plans. Dubai has taken a pretty big step into driverless mobility with the official launch of fully autonomous ride-hailing services, operated through Baidu’s Apollo…
DEWA announces a AED3.1 billion dividend for 2025’s second half, signalling confidence from record profits and ongoing investments in clean energy and digital infrastructure to support Dubai’s sustainable growth. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority PJSC (DEWA) confirmed during its Annual General Assembly that shareholders have authorized a cash dividend of…
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Dubai Municipality announces AED 150 million initiative to install ultra-fast EV chargers at 600 public leisure spots, integrating green infrastructure into daily life and accelerating the city’s push towards net zero targets. Dubai Municipality has announced a significant new initiative to install electric vehicle (EV) superchargers at around 600 public parking spots situated in parks, beaches, and other recreational areas. The plan involves an investment of AED 150 million and is being carried out in collaboration with Emarat EV Charging Stations Company (UAEV). This effort is part of broader plans to expand the charging infrastructure throughout Dubai. Initially, the municipality…
ADNEC Group has extended its clean-energy partnership with EWEC to power its Al Ain events centre, marking a significant step towards decarbonising the UAE’s MICE industry with aims for full carbon neutrality by 2045. ADNEC Group has broadened its strategic clean-energy partnership with the Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) to power its Al Ain events center, an extension of their ongoing collaboration, which, according to organizers, is set to decarbonize a significant part of the group’s meeting and exhibition portfolio. As reported by Al Etihad, the agreement was signed in Abu Dhabi by Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, who is…
The UAE has launched its first phase of a national R&D tax incentive programme, offering companies up to 50% tax credits to boost high-value science and tech activities, as part of broader economic diversification measures. The UAE has begun rolling out the first phase of a national research and development (R&D) tax incentive program, designed to channel private funds into higher-value science and tech activities. As stated by the Ministry of Finance, this initial initiative offers companies a tax credit of up to 50 percent on eligible R&D expenses, which can then be deducted from their corporate tax bills. This…
The United Arab Emirates is set to rapidly expand its solar capacity, aiming for over 32 GW by 2035, supported by major projects, policy commitments, and evolving energy infrastructure, marking a significant shift towards clean energy diversification. According to the latest assessment by GlobalData, the power sector in the United Arab Emirates is expected to see a pretty significant boost in solar photovoltaic capacity over the next decade. This shift is set to change the country’s energy mix quite a bit, while gas and nuclear continue to provide stability anchors. The consultancy estimates that the solar PV capacity will jump…
Empower has expanded its reverse osmosis capacity and increased recycled water usage in a bid to cut reliance on freshwater, aligning with the UAE’s broader goals for water sustainability and climate resilience. On March 22nd, which is World Water Day, Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation PJSC, commonly called Empower, used the occasion to highlight how far they’ve come in reducing their dependence on freshwater for district cooling, and also to put these efforts into context with broader national water security goals. The Dubai-based utility announced that it has expanded its in-house reverse osmosis (RO) capacity and increased the amount of…
As geopolitical tensions reshape global energy markets, Abu Dhabi combines increased hydrocarbon production with a bold push into clean energy and innovative export infrastructure, reinforcing its role as a stabilising force and future energy partner. As global energy markets face renewed geopolitical tensions, Abu Dhabi has quietly stepped into a…
Germany and the United Arab Emirates are deepening their cooperation in green hydrogen and renewable energy, aiming to build a resilient, low-carbon energy supply chain that could accelerate global decarbonisation efforts and reshape industry dynamics. The United Arab Emirates and Germany have stepped up their cooperation in energy and climate…
Silal’s partnership with the National Agricultural Centre in Ras Al Khaimah aims to enhance local farming, boost food resilience, and integrate advanced technology, marking a significant shift in the UAE’s agricultural landscape. Silal is expanding its footprint in Ras Al Khaimah through a partnership with the National Agricultural Centre, with…
Masdar’s ambitious RTC project in Abu Dhabi combines a 5.2 GW solar array with 19 GWh of battery storage, aiming to deliver 24/7 clean energy and set a global precedent for dispatchable solar power. Just outside Abu Dhabi, a vast desert landscape is in the midst of transforming into one…
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The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi secures a two-year sponsorship from TAQA to boost mangrove restoration through cutting-edge technology and increased private-sector collaboration, signifying a new era in ecological monitoring and marine biodiversity protection. The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) recently secured a two-year sponsorship from TAQA, which is the Abu Dhabi National Energy Company, to support key components of the Abu Dhabi Mangrove Initiative (ADMI). This move actually signals a step up in private-sector involvement in the emirate’s efforts to restore its coastal ecosystems. Through this partnership, TAQA now acts as the Official Partner for ADMI and is…
Fischer Farms’s new live modular growth unit in Abu Dhabi aims to showcase sustainable, integrated vertical farming solutions tailored for the Gulf region’s unique climate, offering real-world insights for local growers and investors. Fischer Farms recently took a notable step outside the UK, launching a live modular growth unit that’s now producing leafy greens and herbs right in Abu Dhabi. This isn’t just a one-off trial; it’s meant as a real demonstration for regional growers, partners, and potential clients, something they can actually observe working, not just a static test. Founder Tristan Fischer explains, “This isn’t some pilot meant to…
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AD Ports Group and Masdar have formed a strategic alliance to accelerate offshore wind development worldwide, showcasing the UAE’s growing influence in clean energy and maritime logistics. AD Ports Group and Masdar have officially formed a strategic partnership that’s all about speeding up the development and deployment of offshore wind projects around the world. It’s a pretty big deal for the UAE’s growing clean energy sector, showing how committed the country is to sustainable tech and highlighting its rising influence in the global offshore wind scene. Under this alliance, AD Ports Group plans to tap into its integrated maritime and…
The UAE is shifting from voluntary to mandatory use of sustainable aviation fuels, backed by local production projects and international collaborations, as part of its broader commitment to aviation decarbonisation and environmental leadership. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is gearing up for a pretty significant change in its efforts toward making aviation more sustainable. Basically, they’re moving from a voluntary approach, where airlines were encouraged to adopt sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), to making it a requirement, a mandatory rule for their national carriers. Sharif Al Olama, who’s the Undersecretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs at the Ministry of Energy and…
Noatum Maritime, Siemens Energy, and Green Parrot Tech have formed a collaborative alliance aimed at transforming offshore renewable infrastructure, advancing the UAE’s clean energy ambitions through innovative floating technologies and integrated project solutions. Noatum Maritime, which is part of Abu Dhabi Ports Group, has recently made official a strategic partnership with Siemens Energy and Green Parrot Tech FZE (GPT) to push forward collaborative efforts in the offshore renewable energy sector. Basically, this alliance is all about harnessing the combined strengths of these three companies to support and develop offshore renewable infrastructure, think substations and power grid networks. This partnership really…
BASF and ExxonMobil have launched a strategic partnership to develop methane pyrolysis technology, promising a cleaner, more efficient way to produce hydrogen and solid carbon, with the potential to accelerate global decarbonisation efforts. BASF and ExxonMobil have recently kicked off a strategic partnership focused on advancing methane pyrolysis technology. It’s a pretty significant move in the ongoing efforts to develop low-emission hydrogen solutions, especially for industrial use. Their joint venture is aimed at blending BASF’s innovative reactor designs with ExxonMobil’s vast experience in scaling up industrial processes, showing they’re both pretty committed to delivering affordable, environmentally friendly hydrogen production. Now,…
The Emirati-German Energy Forum in Abu Dhabi highlights a strategic partnership to accelerate clean energy initiatives, focusing on smart grids, AI innovation, and sustainable infrastructure amid global climate efforts. The UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure recently teamed up with Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action to put together the Emirati-German Energy Forum in Abu Dhabi. This event really highlighted a strategic partnership aimed at boosting clean energy initiatives and climate efforts. Interestingly enough, it took place during a visit from Katarina Reiche, Germany’s Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy, and, well, it marked a pretty important…
A strategic partnership between Emirates and ENOC marks a significant step towards establishing a domestic supply chain for sustainable aviation fuel in the UAE, aiming for full availability by 2031 and positioning the region as a leader in aviation decarbonisation. ENOC Group and Emirates have officially formed a strategic partnership, focusing on pushing forward the supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at Dubai’s busy airport hub. This is a pretty big deal, really, and marks a key step in the UAE’s efforts to reduce the carbon footprint of its aviation industry. The partnership was sealed with a Memorandum of Understanding…
The United Arab Emirates announced a major new initiative to attract $599 billion in foreign direct investment by 2031, including the creation of a $10 billion National Investment Fund, in a bid to strengthen its position as a global investment hub. The United Arab Emirates has recently introduced a major economic initiative, one that’s aimed at really boosting its status as a key global investment hub and encouraging more foreign direct investment, or FDI. So, during a Cabinet meeting held at the Dubai Airshow, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who’s both the UAE’s Vice President and Prime Minister, announced…
Labelled sustainable debt issuance across the Middle East, North Africa and emerging Asia-Pacific has surged, reaching US$94 billion by 2025, driven by renewable energy projects and innovative financial tools amid growing regional support. Labelled sustainable debt issuance across the Middle East, North Africa (MENA), and the emerging Asia-Pacific regions has seen an extraordinary jump, almost tripling since 2020, to hit about US$94 billion. Honestly, this rapid pace makes these developing markets some of the fastest-growing players in the global sustainable finance scene. This info comes from a recent joint report published in late 2025 by the Dubai Financial Services Authority…
From MIT research to commercial scale, Mantel’s high-temperature molten salt system offers a low-energy, cost-effective solution to curb industrial CO₂ emissions, with significant backing from industry and government entities. Cameron Halliday’s story, going from a dedicated MIT PhD student to heading up Mantel as its CEO, pretty much exemplifies a remarkable leap forward in the quest to curb industrial CO₂ emissions. For a long time, one of the biggest hurdles in carbon capture technology has been finding materials that can reliably soak up CO₂ at the really high temperatures typical of industrial processes, think furnaces, kilns, boilers, you name it.…
Following the success of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant, South Korea and the UAE are expanding their alliance through new MoUs, technology exchange, and ambitious energy and digital projects, aiming to lead in decarbonisation and global energy innovation. South Korea and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are really stepping up their collaboration in the fields of nuclear energy and cutting-edge technology, especially following the success of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant project. Interestingly enough, this renewed partnership was highlighted during South Korean President Lee Jae-myung’s official visit to the UAE, and it looks like they’re planning to deepen their strategic…
